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Motorcycle Recall - Harley-Davidson

NHTSA Campaign ID:  08V659000
Component:  Structure: Motorcycle Kickstand/Center Stand
Manufacturer:  Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Recall Date: 12/10/2008
Potential Number of Units Affected: 3285
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
Harley-Davidson is recalling 3,285 model year 2009 FXD, FXDF, FXDC, FXDL, and FXDB motorcycles. The jiffy stand spring anchor may have been built with a defective weld that may allow the jiffy stand assembly to not retract as intended.
Consequence Summary:
This condition could lead to a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will remove the original jiffy stand spring anchor and replace it with a new spring anchor free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about December 22, 2008. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

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